Chinese Evergreen
4.7 out of 5 (230 experiences)
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
About Chinese Evergreen
Chinese evergreens have been growing in homes throughout Asia for centuries as symbols of good fortune. They were introduced to the Western world in 1885. Their ancestors were cultivated starting in the 1930s and became especially successful in Florida, where most foliage plants are now produced. 🤞
Taxonomy
Aglaonema commutatum
Aglaonema
Araceae
Alismatales
Also known as
Golden Evergreen, Philippine Evergreen and Posion Dart Plant
How to care for Chinese Evergreen
How often to water your Chinese Evergreen
every 7
Chinese Evergreen needs 0.5 cups of water every 7 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
7
Finding light for Chinese Evergreen in your home
a window
Chinese Evergreen can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Chinese Evergreen in your home 🏡.
How to fertilize Chinese Evergreen
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chinese Evergreen after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Check out my newest plant baby! I wanted a new plant for my birthday and I think it’s perfect! 😊 #HappyPlants #Algaonema #ChineseEvergreen #NewPlant
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I’ve noticed light greenish yellow mushrooms looking things growing out of the soil for maybe a month. What should I do? #Aglaonema
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Are these yellow leaves from under watering or over watering? I read that these don't like too much water so I treat this guy like a Hoya and only water when the dirt is really dry (although Greg's schedule is like asking me to water him a ton all the time). Plant has been happy in this spot about a year til a month ago. Maybe needs fertilizer? #ChineseEvergreen #Aglaonema
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How do you know when to repot the plant? #Aglaonema
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Hi Guys - my plant has some funky yellow spots - I received her like this - seems to be getting worse but very, very slowly - and other than this she is healthy and growing, no signs of pests either. Any idea what this could be? #Aglaonema
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Chinese evergreen cut stem turning grey 3 or 4 weeks ago my Chinese evergreen snapped below the leaves because it was too heavy (I guess). I placed the leaves in water and are doing fine. I left the original stems in its pot with soil hoping they would grow new leaves. Recently I noticed the tips of the stems turning grey (like ash). Before that they were oozing a clear sap. Maybe the cuts didn't healed or dried right. Is there anything I can do to help? Thanks #chineseevergreen #aglaonema
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Heyyy everyone! Hemingway has an open bloom! I am a very happy plant mom right now! #Blooming #ChineseEvergreen #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantTherapy #FloweringPlants #PlantLove @
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How much is 103mg fertilizer for a plant? #Aglaonema
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How to fertilize hybrid / water pot chinese evergreen #Aglaonema
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#FreshLeafFriday …New leaf coming in and three blooms. What did I do to deserve this? 🥹
Care Summary for Chinese Evergreen
Chinese Evergreen
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 7 days
Placement
< 6ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
What other plant parents say
Large, lush leaves 134
Survivor 129
Fast grower 96
Browns easily 25
Blooms easily 21
Easy to propagate 13
Pest magnet 11
03/24/2022
This plant is a slow grower to me. No real issues but I wish it would grow for me.
Survivor
03/20/2022
Not the most straightforward at first!
My first two plants got severe root rot - which I since learned they are easily prone to.
I am trying to save them by propagation. One took off, other still needs time.
When they are doing well they are some of the most rewarding and lush plants to keep, just maybe save them for when you have a good handle on the easier plants and have your basics down with soil, pots, and root health!
03/20/2022
Amazing beautiful plants, took one star down bc they’re not the most straightforward for beginners. Plus Greg’s advice on these to water them often is off, which doesn’t help!
They are VERY prone to root rot.
Mine have finally taken off now that they are in terracotta pots with an aerated mix, I water regularly and let dry in between.
03/15/2022
Super easy to take care of! Would definitely suggest for someone’s first plant :)
Large, lush leaves
Fast grower
02/28/2022
This was a piece taken from a larger plant. I’m trying to get the roots to start growing so I can repot it. Any advice on what size container or anything else I should be doing?
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
02/18/2022
Chinese evergreens a very low light tolerant and grow very quickly when given proper lightning. Gorgeous leaves, easy to care for. Beautiful plant!
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
02/08/2022
I received this from my church when my step mother died. I thought it was a peace Lily. I have never had plants before and didn’t know the difference until I got this app 😆. This plant has been so easy to care for and has brought me so much joy.
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
02/04/2022
DO NOT put it in direct light or even bright indirect
Survivor
01/25/2022
Grows even in low light but will push out bigger leaves if placed in medium indirect lighting.
Well draining potting mix.
Let it completely dry
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
Easy to propagate
Survivor
01/23/2022
Beautiful plant that uplifts your day! Occasionally a leaf turns brown but it seems to happen as a new one appears!
Large, lush leaves
12/27/2021
One of my fave plants. When I got it, it was in rough shape. With a little TLC it’s thriving
Fast grower
Survivor
12/21/2021
Super fast grower, adjusts to change well, and very forgiving!
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
12/11/2021
Super easy plant, doesn’t ask for much light or water. Honestly almost killed this thing once and it’s now four years later and huge, healthy, and still growing! Perfect beginners plant
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
Blooms easily
Survivor
12/08/2021
I bought mine last year and it has been one of my easiest plants to care for.
I’ve actually forgotten to water it a few times and it kept on thriving. Note: Give it bright indirect light for larger leaves and growth. Keep soil moist but NOT WET!
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
11/23/2021
Lovely green and pink leaves. I put mine in the bathroom.
Fast grower
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
11/20/2021
Not pet friendly! The pink on the leaves is gorgeous
Large, lush leaves
10/15/2021
I love the pink in the leaves, adds color to my room. It gets pretty large so be prepared to get a bigger pot to replant.
Fast grower
Blooms easily
Large, lush leaves
Survivor
09/29/2021
Beautiful leaves, gets bushy very fast!
09/10/2021
Easy to care for
Beautiful large leaves
Large, lush leaves
Fast grower
09/04/2021
Says to water these twice a frequently as you should!
Survivor
Pest magnet
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